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Taiwan's Cultural Diplomacy Shines at Formosa Festival

11/30/2025

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The F:F:F-Formosa:Finland:Fest showcased Taiwan's cultural diplomacy, featuring Freddy Lim, Taiwan's representative to Finland and lead singer of Chthonic.
The event, co-organized by Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Culture, drew officials who declined invitations.
Lim said invitations should fit guests' interests and that music can bridge connections beyond diplomacy.
The festival highlighted Taiwan's cultural charm and sparked strong social-media reactions, with Lim's video earning 52,000 Reddit likes.

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The F:F:F-Formosa:Finland:Fest showcased Taiwan's cultural diplomacy, featuring Freddy Lim, Taiwan's representative to Finland and lead singer of Chthonic.
The event, co-organized by Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Culture, drew officials who declined invitations.
Lim said invitations should fit guests' interests and that music can bridge connections beyond diplomacy.
The festival highlighted Taiwan's cultural charm and sparked strong social-media reactions, with Lim's video earning 52,000 Reddit likes.